Wishes, Dares, and How to Stand Up to a Bully
In this poignant novel in verse, eleven-year-old Jack misses his dad who is MIA in Vietnam. The last thing Jack wants to do is spend summer with his grandparents.
He’s expecting the worst summer of his life—until he meets Jill. Things change as it becomes a summer of fishing, camping, bullies, and a fish who grants wishes. A fish that could be the answer to Jack’s problem. But when Jill makes wishes of her own, things don’t turn out the way they expected. Every wish has a consequence.
Will the fish grant Jack’s biggest wish? Will Jack be brave enough to ask?
| Format | Your Price | Add |
|---|---|---|
|
978-1-939547-62-0
|
$13.49 |
| Interest Level | Grade 3 - Grade 6 |
|---|---|
| Reading Level | Grade 3 |
| Category | SEL: B Self-Management, SEL: D Relationship Skills, SEL: E Responsible Decision-Making, Social Emotional Learning |
| Copyright | 2019 |
| Publisher | Creston Books |
| Imprint | Creston Books |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 275 |
| Publication Date | 2020-04-07 |
Author: Darlene Beck-Jacobson
Darlene Beck Jacobson has a BA in Special Education and a Reading Specialist MA. She worked as a Speech Language Specialist for 20 years. Her book, Wheels of Change, was an NCSS Notable Book.
Lerner eSource™ offers free digital teaching and learning resources, including Common Core State Standards (CCSS) teaching guides. These guides, created by classroom teachers, offer short lessons and writing exercises that give students specific instruction and practice using Common Core skills and strategies. Lerner eSource also provides additional resources including online activities, downloadable/printable graphic organizers, and additional educational materials that would also support Common Core instruction. Download, share, pin, print, and save as many of these free resources as you like!
Wishes, Dares, and How to Stand Up to a Bully
In this poignant novel in verse, eleven-year-old Jack misses his dad who is MIA in Vietnam. The last thing Jack wants to do is spend summer with his grandparents. He’s expecting the worst summer of his life—until he meets Jill. Things change as it… View available downloads →
Awards
- NCTE Notable Poetry List
- 2021 Notable Verse Novels
Reviews
Foreword Reviews
“A historical childhood fantasy in verse, Wishes, Dares, and How to Stand Up to a Bully blends light summer fun with deep emotional challenges.”—Foreword Reviews
Kirkus Reviews
“Although it’s set in the 1960s, the story reflects timeless issues that will resonate with modern readers. A fresh, inspiring exploration of a daunting issue.”—Kirkus Reviews